Gaetano's Underworld Blues Band

Blues, Blues Rock, Roots, Funk, and R&B

Mixing high-energy blues standards, iconic blues rock, and engaging storytelling that accompanies original tunes, Gaetano's Underworld Blues Band puts on quality shows that audiences love. Offering a modern mix of blues favorites like Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix, and BB King, this band consists of veteran musicians at the height of their game who know how to showcase driving rhythms, soulful vocals, and Gaetano's incendiary guitar. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, this group can take your event or venue to the highest level and is capable of effectively supporting any national blues or rock act or headlining top blues venues.

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Bios

Gaetano "Tom" Letizia

Blues Guitarist, Lead Singer

Gaetano, also known as Tom, began performing his own blues shows at the age of 16. One of his first stage appearances was with The James Gang, sitting in for Joe Walsh at Kent State in 1970. Since then, he’s performed all over the US, along with Europe and Asia.  

Early performances with members of Robert Jr. Lockwood’s band gave Gaetano a strong blues foundation based on B.B. King, Albert King, Muddy Waters and all the great blues patriarchs.

Producer of sixteen blues and jazz guitar albums, Gaetano has received stellar reviews in Downbeat, Guitar Player, and many national/international publications. His music is often played on radio stations across America as well as most foreign countries.  

Described as “a guitarist’s guitarist” and a “virtuoso” by music critics, Gaetano and his Underworld Blues Band excite audiences by involving them in the shows and playing exciting music that every crowd loves because it’s down-home cookin’ music.

Festivals hiring Gaetano always love the audience comments about how much they enjoyed the performance, making for a festival, club or party they want to come back to.

Ivan George

Drummer, Vocalist

Ivan brings the heartbeat to the music. He humorously refers to himself as the human metronome, which is pretty darn accurate. His beats make audiences feel the music and have a great time. He plays a fun combination of classic blues, rock & R&B, making for a night of music to remember. Only thing better than his playing is his smile and friendly approach to life and audiences.

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